Trump demands full end to Iran-Israel conflict

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US President Donald Trump has called for a “real end” to the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran, stating that a mere ceasefire is not enough, as both nations exchanged heavy fire for the fifth consecutive day on Tuesday.

Israeli fighter jets launched airstrikes on missile launchers in western Iran, killing senior commander Ali Shadmani, according to the Israeli military. Iran retaliated swiftly, firing a barrage of missiles towards Israeli cities.

Sirens wailed across Tel Aviv and Jerusalem, with explosions heard shortly after. Israeli police confirmed debris fell in central Tel Aviv, while the fire brigade tackled a blaze.

The Israeli Defence Forces reported that Shadmani died in a strike on a command centre in central Tehran, days after a similar attack killed his predecessor, Gholam Ali Rashid. Footage released by Israel showed missile and drone sites being destroyed.

Despite growing international pressure to de-escalate, both sides have remained defiant. The conflict began on Friday when Israel launched an unprecedented aerial assault on Iranian military and nuclear sites.

Fresh Israeli strikes hit Tehran overnight, including a dramatic attack on state television headquarters, which reportedly killed three people. Iran’s state media reported several explosions in Isfahan, home to sensitive nuclear facilities.

Residential areas in both countries have sustained damage, prompting foreign governments to evacuate their nationals. Meanwhile, a cyberattack disabled Iran’s Sepah Bank, one of its largest state-owned institutions.

Speaking to reporters after leaving the G7 summit in Canada early, Trump rejected calls for a ceasefire. “We want better than a ceasefire — we want a complete give-up,” he said. He again warned Iran not to target US personnel in the region, stating, “We’ll come down so hard, it’ll be gloves off.”

Earlier, Trump had posted an urgent message on his Truth Social platform: “Everyone should immediately evacuate Tehran!”

As fear gripped the Iranian capital, residents queued outside bakeries and petrol stations, while security checkpoints sprang up across the city.

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth confirmed that additional American military assets were being deployed to the Middle East. Reports indicate a US aircraft carrier is en route to the region.

China condemned Trump’s rhetoric, accusing him of “pouring oil on the flames.” Foreign ministry spokesman Guo Jiakun warned that threats and pressure would only worsen the crisis.

At the G7 summit, world leaders urged restraint, affirming Israel’s right to defend itself but warning that Iran must never obtain nuclear weapons.

Israel said its strikes aim to halt Iran’s nuclear ambitions — a claim Tehran strongly denies. The UN’s nuclear watchdog confirmed that Israel’s attacks appear to have directly impacted enrichment halls at Natanz.

Despite global concern, Israel has refused to confirm whether it possesses nuclear weapons. However, the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) estimates it holds around 90 warheads.

The conflict has derailed recent nuclear negotiations between Washington and Tehran. Iran has suspended talks, declaring it will not negotiate under attack.

Iran’s foreign minister, Abbas Araghchi, vowed continued retaliation. “Unless there is a complete halt to Israeli aggression, our response will continue,” he said.

Iranian state television reported that Iran’s Revolutionary Guards targeted the Mossad’s headquarters in Tel Aviv as part of their ongoing response.

So far, Israel has confirmed at least 24 deaths and hundreds of injuries. Iran has reported 224 fatalities, including senior military figures, scientists, and civilians.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu claimed the conflict is reshaping the Middle East and could trigger major internal change in Iran.